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Pair steal ATM from petrol station: police

Two men stole an ATM from a Fyshwick petrol station by attaching it to a ute with a strap early this morning according to ACT Policing.

Police are seeking witnesses to the aggravated burglary which took place at about 1.15am.

Two men in a stolen white Ford Ranger ute bearing NSW registration plates BJ54PE entered the Metro Service Station on Barrier Street in Fyshwick, removed the ATM using a strap attached to the vehicle and then proceeded to drag the ATM down Barrier Street.

The first offender is described as having a thin build, wearing a black long sleeved Adidas hooded jumper, black track suit pants and black shoes with gloves and a white material over his face.

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The second offender is described as having a thin build, wearing a dark grey long sleeved hooded jumper, camouflage pants and fluorescent yellow sneakers with grey gloves and white material over his face.

Police urge anyone who may have seen the two men in Barrier Street last night or the stolen vehicle to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via act.crimestoppers.com.au. Please quote reference 5905745. Information can be provided anonymously.